The
HID DigitalPersona U4500 Fingerprint Reader is a compact and rugged fingerprint scanner designed for superior biometric performance. Featuring a 512 dpi high-resolution optical sensor and hardened glass platen, it ensures accurate capture of fingerprint data—even with difficult skin conditions.
With USB 2.0 plug-and-play support, red/blue LED feedback, and AES image encryption, the U4500 offers secure, seamless integration into Windows-based systems and third-party SDKs. Its durable metal casing and high ESD resistance make it ideal for both office desktops and self-service kiosks in security-critical environments.
Here are the
very detailed specifications for the
HID DigitalPersona U4500 fingerprint reader
📦 Product Name
HID DigitalPersona U4500 Fingerprint Reader
🧰 Sensor and Imaging
- Sensor Type: Optical fingerprint sensor
- Image Resolution: 512 dpi (approx. 500 pixels per inch)
- Image Size: 252 x 324 pixels
- Image Data Format: 8-bit grayscale (256 levels of grey)
- Platen Area (Glass Surface): 14.6 mm (W) x 18.1 mm (L)
- Capture Window Surface: Non-coated, hardened glass
- Capture Feedback: Red LED flash during capture; blue ambient glow when idle
🧲 Electrical & Interface
- Interface: USB 2.0 Full-Speed (backward compatible with USB 1.1)
- Connector Type: USB Type-A
- Power Supply: USB bus-powered (5 VDC ±5%)
- Power Consumption:
- Scanning: < 100 mA
- Idle: ~120 mA
- Suspend: < 0.5 mA
🖥️ HID DigitalPersona U4500 Software & OS Support
- Operating Systems:
- Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, 11
- Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019
- Software Development Kits (SDKs):
- DigitalPersona SDKs (One Touch for Windows, FingerJet FX)
- Supports 3rd-party biometric SDKs: Neurotechnology VeriFinger, MegaMatcher
- WHQL Certified Drivers: Yes
- Encryption: AES encrypted fingerprint image transfers (if supported by SDK)
🧱 Mechanical and Physical
- Dimensions: 65 mm (L) × 36 mm (W) × 15.56 mm (H)
- Weight: Approx. 105 grams
- Casing Material: Nickel-plated durable metal frame
- Design: Ergonomic, compact, no moving parts
🌡️ Environmental Conditions
- Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
- Storage Temperature: –10 °C to 60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F)
- Operating Humidity: 20% to 80% non-condensing
- Storage Humidity: 20% to 90% non-condensing
- Electrostatic Discharge (ESD): >15 kV, per IEC 61000-4-2 standard
📜 Certifications & Compliance
- Certifications:
- FCC Class B
- CE
- ICES
- BSMI
- MIC
- RoHS compliant
- USB Certified
- Microsoft WHQL certified
- Safety Standards: UL, cUL, TUV, CSA, and EN60950 compliance
- Environmental Compliance: RoHS and WEEE Directive
📋 Meta Description
HID DigitalPersona U4500 fingerprint reader with 512 dpi optical sensor, durable metal frame, USB 2.0 interface, blue/red LED feedback, and AES encryption. Compatible with Windows & biometric SDKs for secure ID authentication.
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